The boys entered the caves on 23 June during an excursion with their coach, with heavy rains causing flooding and cutting off their route out.

Rescuers brought out the first of the group on Sunday, with the last brought out by divers on Tuesday evening.

"We would love to welcome the team from Wild Boars Football Club and their rescuers to Old Trafford this coming season," said a Manchester United statement.

Manchester City defender Walker, part of the England side who have reached the World Cup semi-finals in Russia, said: "Amazing news that all of the Thai kids are out of the cave safely! I'd like to send out shirts to them."

Goalkeeper Butland, one of Walker's England team-mates, added: "Really glad everyone is safe! I'd like to join and send over some gloves for you guys as well!"